Survey Technician

Lowe Engineers, LLC; Roseville (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

FSA

Life Insurance (company-paid)

Disability - Short-Term

Disability - Long-Term

401(k) with match

Paid vacation & sick time

11 paid holidays

Employee ownership options

Job summary

MacKay is seeking a Survey Technician to join our Roseville, California team. This office- and field-based role supports Professional Land Surveyors, producing accurate drawings using AutoCAD Civil 3D and collaborating with engineers and planners on land development projects that shape communities.

Ideal candidates have at least 2 years of field and office surveying experience, with proficiency in Civil 3D and familiarity with Trimble Business Center.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of field and office land surveying experience.
• Proficient with Civil 3D required.
• Experience with Trimble Business Center preferred.
• Highly motivated with strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Apply survey information and reduce field notes to layouts and drawings.
• Perform base mapping, overlay preparation, and storm sewer, sanitary sewer, water main, and street design work.
• Review field data for compliance with codes and survey standards.
• Complete office or field tasks with supervision, such as data, charts, plots, maps, and records.
• Prepare maps and exhibits and maintain accurate survey records.

Skills

Attention to detail

Motivated

Tools

Civil 3D

Trimble Business Center

Job description

At MacKay, we believe great people are the foundation of our growth and success. We are in an exciting phase of expansion, creating new opportunities for our employees to take on meaningful work, collaborate across disciplines, and build long-term careers. Whether your role is technical or part of our support services team, you play an important role in delivering high-quality work and helping our projects succeed. MacKay is seeking a Survey Technician to join our survey team in Roseville, California. This office and field-based position assists Professional Land Surveyors in the preparation of supporting data for land survey projects and focuses on producing accurate, high-quality drawings and deliverables using AutoCAD Civil 3D. You will have an opportunity to work closely with our multi-disciplined team of Professional Land Surveyors, Engineers, and Land Use Planners on land development projects that shape communities and support our clients’ vision. Ready to make an impact?

Key Responsibilities

• Apply survey information and reduce field notes to layout and draft designs and drawings for projects.
• Perform base mapping, overlay preparation, and work on storm sewer, sanitary sewer, water main, and street design projects, including review site plans, layouts and publication mockups.
• Review and conduct field check data for compliance with jurisdictional codes, to ensure survey standards are met.
• Work with close supervision to complete a variety of office or field work as assigned such as preparing data, charts, plots, maps, records and documents related to surveys.
• Provide support to other departments, such as preparing computer-generated maps and exhibits.
• Prepare and maintain accurate survey and engineering records in support of licensed staff.
• Develop knowledge of federal, state, and local rules, laws, and regulations regarding survey.
• Occasional field work, including out of town travel.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 2 years’ experience in both field and office land surveying preferred.
• Proficiency with Civil 3D required.
• Experience with Trimble Business Center preferred.
• Must be a highly motivated individual with strong attention to detail.

Why Join MacKay?

A people-first culture

At MacKay, we put people first. We are committed to creating an environment where employees can grow, contribute, and do their best work. We support well-being, encourage balance, and create space for people to succeed both professionally and personally.

Meaningful work and real impact

Our teams take on complex infrastructure and environmental challenges that support critical systems and shape the places where people live and work. Every role contributes to delivering that work and making it successful.

Growth and opportunity

We are in an exciting phase of growth, expanding across geographies, services, and markets. That growth creates opportunities for our employees to take on new challenges, build their careers, and contribute in new ways as the company evolves.

A strong and trusted foundation

Built on more than 50 years of experience, MacKay has developed a reputation for quality work, strong relationships, and dependable results. You’ll be part of a team with a solid foundation and a clear direction for the future.

Opportunities to share in success

We provide opportunities for employees to participate in ownership and build long-term financial value as the company grows.

Our Values

Honesty. We build trust through transparency, integrity, and accountability.

Dedication. We are committed to the success of our team members, clients, and communities.

Relationships. We foster lasting connections that strengthen our work and the teams around us.

Who We Are

MacKay is an infrastructure and environmental services firm built on more than 50 years of experience and a growing collective of expertise. We are in an exciting phase of growth, expanding our reach, strengthening our capabilities, and bringing together talented teams across the country. That growth is creating new opportunities for our employees to take on meaningful work, collaborate across disciplines, and build long-term careers.

Every role at MacKay contributes to the success of our projects and the clients we serve. Whether your work is technical or operational, you are part of a team that delivers quality, builds relationships, and moves projects forward. We’re looking for dedicated, talented individuals who deliver excellence, thrive in collaborative environments, and value both meaningful work and work-life balance.

Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only.

US Pay Range $30—$60 USD

Full-time employees receive a well-rounded benefit package including access to our company-sponsored Medical (including an HSA High Deductible option), Dental, Vision, FSA, and Supplemental Life Insurance plans. We also offer 100% company-paid Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability coverage. Employees are eligible to participate in our company’s 401(k) plan with up to a 4% match. Additionally, employees receive paid vacation and sick time, 11 paid holidays, and are able to participate in employee ownership options.

• Medical (including an HSA High Deductible option)
• Dental
• Vision
• FSA
• Supplemental Life Insurance plans
• 100% company-paid Life Insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability coverage
• Employees are eligible to participate in our company’s 401(k) plan with up to a 4% match
• paid vacation and sick time
• 11 paid holidays
• employee ownership options

Employment requires passing a pre-employment background check and drug screen.

As a federal contractor, we participate in E-Verify and are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Open until filled.